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Glacier Express

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Glacier Express

Graubunden, Switzerland
Best timeJun–Aug & Dec–Feb
Set inGraubunden, Switzerland
In season~66°F high
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Climate

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2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0).

ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

19–68°F
Fares from$921
Nearest airportZRH
CurrencyCHF
LanguageGerman
TimezoneUTC+01:00
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Map showing the location of Glacier Express
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Historical monthly weather
Sunny share of daylightFeb · 47%
WarmestJul · 68°F
WettestJul
Best windowJun–Aug & Dec–Feb
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Bar height is the typical daytime high; color shows sunny share of daylight. The shaded months are the ideal window to go.
Weather data & source

2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0). Sunny share of daylight is calibrated from daytime cloud cover. ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

Eight hours of Alpine passes and viaducts between Zermatt and St. Moritz.

Best time to visit

Two separate windows work best: Jun–Aug & Dec–Feb. Pick the one that matches what you came for.

On foot

The classic way in is the Oberalp Pass window seat. Nearest airport is ZRH.

Pairs well with

Magic Wood
43 mi away
Üetliberg
50 mi away
Kunsthaus Zürich
51 mi away
Fraumünster
51 mi away

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Glacier Express?

The best time to visit Glacier Express is June–August & December–February, in Graubunden, Switzerland.

Where is Glacier Express?

Glacier Express is in Graubunden, Switzerland. The nearest major airport is ZRH.

What is Glacier Express known for?

Eight hours of Alpine passes and viaducts between Zermatt and St. Moritz.

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